HR and Payroll ERP Lead

One of my local government clients is seeking an experienced HR and Payroll ERP Lead to guide the design and implementation of the HR & Payroll modules within its future Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) solution.

This role is critical in shaping and delivering functional excellence as the Council transitions to a modern ERP platform. The ideal candidate will bring strong functional knowledge, stakeholder engagement experience, and expertise in leading ERP system implementation for HR and Payroll.

Key Responsibilities

• Own and lead the HR and Payroll design workstream throughout the ERP implementation.

• Collaborate with Council design leads, business units, and stakeholders to define and deliver the solution.

• Apply leading functional practices, ensure process optimisation, and support change management.

• Use stakeholder feedback and programmatic knowledge to guide and validate design decisions.

• Represent the HR and Payroll function during system testing, training, and go-live support.

Key Skills & Experience

• Proven experience leading HR and Payroll ERP implementations.

• Strong functional knowledge of HR systems (e.g., Oracle, SAP, Workday, iTrent, etc.).

• Demonstrated ability to engage with senior stakeholders and cross-functional teams.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills in ERP environments.

• Previous experience working within local government or public sector environments is desirable.

If interested in this role please send your CV to Lee-Jaun at Coyle Personnel Ltd.